Friday, November 4, 2011

A Legacy of Love

I've just begun making my way through to 1000 gifts.  Yesterday, I had my post all ready to go when I received some incredibly sad news.  I didn't know what to say, or how to respond, so I posted nothing.  I can't say I feel any better prepared today, except my mind has been filled with a single thought.  I will share that thought later, but first, the sad news.

Yesterday, my dear friends Amie and Emily, lost their beautiful mother Kaye, in a tragic car accident.  Their dad, Phil, was badly injured.


"Grandma Kaye", as she was known to so many, was one of those rare individuals.  Kaye was love in action.  She exemplified grace, mercy and compassion in a way that is hard, if not impossible, to find.  She was kind to a fault.  I take that back, there is no fault in kindness.

Her boundless energy and love for people was evident in everything she did, tirelessly giving to her family, her friends and anyone in need.

I cannot begin to imagine the pain her dear children and grandchildren are feeling at this time.  But I pray they find some measure of comfort in God's arms and in the love of family and friends.

This is the thought that has been occupying my mind. 

I feel challenged today to live the way Kaye lived
  • proud of the roles of mom, wife and friend 
  • giving selflessly whenever there is a need
  • ready with a smile and a word of encouragement
  • filled with boundless energy
  • showering others with grace and love
  • always ready to see the best in others
  • loving Jesus, fully and completely
Grandma Kaye, thank you for your godly example and the legacy of love you have left behind.

"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.  Love never fails.(1 Corinthians 13:4-8 NIV)

19 comments:

  1. What perfect words to describe our beautiful Kaye.

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  2. Karen, I never knew Kaye, but, I wish I had.
    Beautifully written.

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  3. KAYE YOU ARE SO LOVED AND MISSED

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  4. Forever in our Hearts

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  5. I know the holidays will be so hard on the family. Our prays are with the family this season and always. You will always be loved and missed.

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  6. Thank you all for your sweet comments.

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  7. Loving, compassionate, truley caring for others a remarkable woman.
    She will be missed & loved forever.

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  8. Celebrating her birthday in heaven.
    We love and miss you kaye

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  9. HAPPY BIRTHDAY KAYE WE LOVE YOU

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  10. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.

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  11. Forever in our hearts

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  12. You are so loved and missed kaye.
    Forever in our hearts.

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  13. Thank you all for your outpouring of love and prayers!

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  14. WE LOVE AND MISS YOU KAYE

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  15. FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS

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  16. WE ALL LOVE AND MISS YOU KAYE

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  17. LOVED AND MISS YOU

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